You need a visa for Australia if you have a Syrian passport

These visas exist for Australia, but they cannot be applied for online with Syrian nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Syrian citizens need a visa for Australia?

Yes. Syrian citizens need a visa for Australia. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Australia may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid for duration of intended stay
Sufficient funds for your stay (AUD 5,000 recommended)
Travel and health insurance strongly recommended
Return or onward ticket (or funds to purchase)
Character requirements — criminal history declaration
Meet health requirements (some nationalities need exams)

Entry requirements for Syrian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Syrian passport holders entering Australia as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Travelers require a passport valid for the duration of stay in Australia
Travelers need a valid passport to enter Australia. The traveler's passport must remain valid throughout the traveler's stay in Australia.
Australian Government Department of Home Affairs Last checked 2026-08-03
May be required
Important information for dual nationals traveling to Australia
Travelers who hold Australian citizenship in addition to another nationality should use their Australian passport to enter and leave Australia. Travelers arriving without an Australian passport may face difficulties boarding flights to Australia or clearing immigration.
Government of Australia Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Australia
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Australia.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Australian Capital Territory
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Australian Capital Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for New South Wales
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to New South Wales.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Northern Territory
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Northern Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Queensland
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Queensland.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for South Australia
Travelers from other regions don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to South Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-02
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Tasmania
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Tasmania.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Victoria
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Victoria.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Western Australia
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Western Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers arriving from other regions don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Northern Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to South Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-02
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers arriving from other regions of Australia don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Queensland.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to New South Wales.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Tasmania.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Victoria.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Western Australia.
Last checked 2023-11-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Australia.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Australian Capital Territory.
Last checked 2023-10-30
Required
Transit visa
Travelers need a visa to transit through Australia. Travelers must obtain a paper or embassy visa from an embassy, consulate or visa center before traveling.
Last checked 2026-08-03
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID- 19 test is not required for transit
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test when transiting through Australia.
Last checked 2026-08-03

A look at Australia

Sydney — Australia's gateway city and iconic destination for millions of visitors
Uluru — Australia's spiritual heart and a UNESCO World Heritage site
Melbourne — Australia's cultural capital and a hub for business and education
Sydney Airport — Australia's busiest international gateway welcoming millions annually